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Pakistan freelancer IT export tax calculator (FBR 154A)

Calculate FBR Section 154A tax on IT exports: 0.25% PSEB registered vs 1% non-registered with bank foreign remittance withholding. Free calculator in PKR.

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Withholding Tax
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Monthly Tax Withheld

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Annual Tax Liability

Income Tax Ordinance 2001 (Section 154A): Tax deducted by commercial banks on foreign remittances from IT and IT-enabled services (ITeS) is treated as a Final Tax Regime (FTR) liability: 0.25% if registered with PSEB and income tax returns are filed, and 1% otherwise.

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About this tool

Calculate bank withholding income tax on software export remittances and IT freelance earnings under FBR Section 154A in Pakistan.

How to use it

  1. 1 Enter your gross foreign exchange export earnings in USD or PKR.
  2. 2 Select whether you are registered with the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB).
  3. 3 View bank withholding deduction, net bank credit, and annual tax liability.

Questions

How do freelancers qualify for the 0.25% tax rate in Pakistan?

Freelancers and IT companies must register with the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) and file annual FBR income tax returns to qualify for the 0.25% FTR rate.

What is the tax rate on IT exports in Pakistan?

Under Section 154A, foreign remittances received from IT and ITeS exports are taxed at 0.25% as Final Tax if registered with PSEB and filing returns, or 1% if not registered.

Is sales tax applicable on IT export services in Pakistan?

No. Export of software development and IT services from Pakistan is zero-rated / exempt from provincial sales tax.

Is my data uploaded?

No. This tool runs in your browser, so your text and files never reach our server.

Is this tool free?

Yes. It’s free to use with no sign-up and no limits for normal use.